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Neonates, infants and children upto 19 years of age: The recommended dose of Hepatitis B vaccine (rDNA) is >10 mcg of antigen protein in 0.5 ml.

Adults 19 years of age and older: The recommended dose of Hepatitis B vaccine (rDNA) is >20 pg of antigen in 1 ml.

Primary immunization schedule for all ages: The usual immunization schedule consists of 3 doses of vaccine-

• First dose: at elected date
• Second dose: 1 month after first dose
• Third dose: 6 months after first dose

Or Accelerated schedule consists of 4 doses of vaccine-

• First dose: at elected date
• Second dose: 1 month after first dose
• Third dose: 2 months after first dose
• Fourth dose: 12 months after first dose

Accelerated schedule confer protection more quickly and is expected to provide better patient compliance.Neonate born to hepatitis B surface antigen-positive mother, 4 doses of 10 micrograms:

• First dose: at birth with Hepatitis B immunoglobulin injection (separate site)
• Second dose: 1 month after first dose
• Third dose: 2 months after first dose
• Fourth dose: 12 months after first dose

For travellers departing within 1 month, adult over 18 years:

• First dose: at elected date
• Second dose: 7 days after first dose
• Third dose: 21 days after first dose
• Fourth dose: 12 months after first dose

Booster vaccinations: For persons with normal immune status who have been vaccinated, booster doses of Hepatitis B vaccine has not been established. However, booster doses are recommended for hemodialysis patients or other immunocompromised persons.

Method of administration:

• Hepatitis B Vaccine is for intramuscular injection only. Do not inject intravenously.
• This should be given intramuscularly in the deltoid muscle of adult and children or in the anterolateral aspect of thigh in children under 1 year.

Preparation for administration:

• The vaccine should be shaken well before use to obtain a homogenous turbid white suspension. Do not shake vigorously.
• The vaccine should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. If either of these conditions exists, the vaccine should not be administered.
• The vaccine should be used as supplied; no dilution is necessary.

Renal insufficiency (including haemodialysis patients), adult and child over 16 years 4 doses of 40 micrograms:

• First dose: at appropriate date
• Second dose: 1 month after first dose
• Third dose: 2 months after first dose
• Fourth dose: 6 months after first dose

Immunization schedule and booster doses may need to be adjusted in those with low antibody concentration.

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